DELWP Grampians in Ballarat, Victoria | Community organisation

DELWP Grampians

Locality: Ballarat, Victoria

Phone: +61 136186

Address: 402-406 Mair Street 3350 Ballarat, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.delwp.vic.gov.au

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23.01.2022 The 2020 firewood collection season is closing this Monday 30 Nov. This will be your last chance to collect firewood for domestic use until 1 March 2021. For more information on firewood collection and where to collect visit - https://bit.ly/2QmnOAs

23.01.2022 We're launching a container deposit scheme for Victoria The scheme will reduce litter, encourage better recycling outside the home, generate clean streams of quality recyclables and create jobs across the state. Consultation on the scheme closes Monday 30 November, be sure to help shape the scheme so that it works for you: engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme

20.01.2022 Scientists from Arthur Rylah Institute were at Lake Burrumbeet last week, studying the health of the water and lake’s fish population. The program is being undertaken in collaboration with the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) because of their significant ecological knowledge and understanding of cultural values. The monitoring program is building on an earlier scoping study that explored options to control carp. Monitoring will continue until March 2021. The Lake Burrumbeet Reserve is being gradually upgraded so more people can explore and enjoy the area with funding from the Victorian Government’s Great Outdoor program.

20.01.2022 Remember all normal road safety rules apply on forest roads Trail bike riders are required to: -keep to the left -ride to the conditions... -be prepared to give way at track junctions -always wear a helmet -hold a valid license -ride a registered trail bike If you're heading out this weekend, remember public health measures still apply. Check for up-to-date information for your area before leaving the house and wear a fitted face mask when not wearing a helmet, visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au

19.01.2022 There will be a Little Desert National Park Fire Community Meeting held online at 5:00pm. Join the Zoom webinar: https://bit.ly/2Uv9ndT

15.01.2022 With restrictions easing this week, all Victorians can now enjoy all that our parks, forests and reserves have to offer! Our Conservation Regulator officers have already noticed an increase in visitors while patrolling popular sites across the state, and they're reminding people to continue being COVIDSafe. If you’re heading to the bush this weekend, make sure you wear a fitted face mask, practice physical distancing, ensure proper hand hygiene including the use of hand s...anitiser, and observe group size limits. For all the latest information, visit: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/

14.01.2022 A 2.75m Albino (Amelanistic Morph) Burmese Python was seized from a Ballarat house yesterday. Burmese pythons are a large constricting snake native to Southeast Asia. In the wild they typically grow up to 5ms in length but in captivity they can be even longer. Due to their size, they pose a risk to members of the public and domestic pets in the event the animal escapes or is released. ... Possessing illegally imported animals, or their offspring, is a criminal offence, and is subject to penalties including up to 10 years’ jail time and fines up to $110,000. Enquiries about where the python came from and how it got into Victoria are ongoing Anyone with information on illegal wildlife trafficking is urged to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000. http://www.delwp.vic.gov.au//burmese-python-found-in-a-bal

11.01.2022 Victoria's container deposit scheme won't just reduce litter, it'll create jobs right across the state as well Be part of this exciting new initiative by letting us know what you think: engage.vic.gov.au/container-deposit-scheme

09.01.2022 Did you know that approximately 10% of Victoria's bushfires are caused by campfires? To support the safety of Victorians, Conservation Regulator officers are patrolling popular campsites across the state, looking for unsafe campfires and educating the public. Before lighting a campfire, make sure you're familiar with the safety rules: ... https://www.ffm.vic.gov.au//CanICantIcampfireandbbqbrouchu In addition to campfire safely, remember to be COVIDSafe. This includes wearing a fitted face mask, practising physical distancing, ensuring proper hand hygiene including the use of hand sanitiser, and observing group size limits.

09.01.2022 Following severe winds across parts of Victoria, learn how to be energy safe during a power outage by following these tips. Keep clear of fallen powerlines and keep others away. The powerlines may still be live, so you should call your local electricity distributor. Check your neighbour’s house to see if they have also lost power. If your neighbour has power on, then check to see if your safety switch has been tripped.... Be careful when using candles and other open flames keep naked flames away from flammable material. Make sure appliances are turned off (because they could come back on when you are not there). Know what to do: energy.vic.gov.au

06.01.2022 Join us online for the Environmental Volunteering 2021 Planning Day this Sunday from 10am to 1pm. The free online discussion will share insights from the Central Highlands Region Environmental Volunteers’ Networking Day held in Ballarat in February and will explore the focus for 2021. The discussion will also focus on the challenges and aspirations of groups, agencies and individuals who care for nature.... Register for the online event here: https://bit.ly/3mgc7I0

04.01.2022 Our Working for Victoria crew have been hard at work improving the public land around Myrniong. They painted the pavilion and all outdoor furniture, sprayed the weeds on the walking track, performed garden maintenance, and filled in imperfections on the oval at the Myrniong Recreation reserve. Working for Victoria creates employment opportunities for people who have lost their jobs due to the impacts of coronavirus (COVID-19), while delivering valuable community services.... Our crews are adhering to appropriate physical distancing and hygiene requirements to ensure we can safely continue operations across the state. For more information about Working for Victoria and to register, go to vic.gov.au/workingforvictoria

02.01.2022 Do you use Lake Burrumbeet? We're updating the rules that apply to all waterway users to bring usage in line with the Maritime Safety Act 2010, improve safety on the Lake and ensure a fairer and more enjoyable experience for all. Have your say and more details: bit.ly/31VJ7NG